1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2006 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 892 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet APV 2006 Nissan Armada
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model APV Armada
Year Released 1996 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 5555 cc
Horse Power 118 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 2507 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3140 mm


 

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