2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 167 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 467 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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 Suzuki Equator. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Armada | Equator |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |