2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Armada | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |