2006 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Torrent | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Torrent | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
