2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, both 2009 Nissan Armada and 2009 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.

Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Armada 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Armada Pathfinder
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5552 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 187 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4884 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1834 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 80 L