2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Armada | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
