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 75 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 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 68 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 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 | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |