1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 566 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
