2000 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka 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 246 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 2000 Ford Ka. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Armada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
