1999 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |