2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Nissan | Dacia |
Model | Armada | Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1461 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |