2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Armada | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |