2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Armada | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
