2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Armada | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
