2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti M. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
Model | Armada | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |