2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 350Z | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
