2006 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 797 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z 2007 Nissan Armada
Make Nissan Nissan
Model 350Z Armada
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 5552 cc
Horse Power 300 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 2507 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 106 L