2005 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 712 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
