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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 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 1398 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 (644 Nm) has 122 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 | 6996 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 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 |