2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Armada | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
