2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Armada | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Prius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 111 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |