1996 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka 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 247 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1599 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ka | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ka | Armada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 106 L |