2012 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1231 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Nissan Armada | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Armada | Sonic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 46 L |