2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | FJ Cruiser | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |