2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2007 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 462 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Armada. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2007 Nissan Armada
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model SSR Armada
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 106 L


 

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