2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Armada | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 129 L |