2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 211 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
