2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 498 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
