2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
