2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 183 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
