2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 18 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Express 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 Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |