2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Armada | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1555 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
