2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 106 L |