2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 2 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina D3. (450 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
Make | Nissan | Alpina |
Model | Armada | D3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 211 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 450 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |