2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Armada | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 117 L |
