2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 368 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Armada | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
