2006 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 890 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | IS | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |