2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 3 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 (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nubira | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
