2006 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 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 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5600 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 106 L |
