1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Armada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
