2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Captiva | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
