2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 219 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1527 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
