1996 Ford Royale 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 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Royale. 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Royale | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |
