2006 Lincoln Zephyr 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 Lincoln Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Zephyr 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 99 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Zephyr | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
