2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Monte Carlo | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 303 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |