2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora. 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 2011 Lotus Evora. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Evora. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Armada | Evora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |
