2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |