2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Armada | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
