2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 692 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Armada | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
