2008 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 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, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 767 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |
