2006 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5550 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
