2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada. 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 2012 Ferrari California. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari California. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari California 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.
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2009 Nissan Armada | 2012 Ferrari California | |
Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
Model | Armada | California |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 78 L |