2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 589 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |