1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada. 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | Vantage | Armada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5555 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 106 L |