2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1207 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Armada | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Armada | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |