2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 876 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Armada | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
