2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 44 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Xterra | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 5555 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |