2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 62. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Nissan | Maybach |
| Model | Armada | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5500 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 110 L |
