2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
