2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1217 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Armada | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 129 L |
