1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 726 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 550 | Armada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 106 L |