2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Armada. (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Armada | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 85 L |