2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
