2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3270 mm |