2001 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer 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 177 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 332 kg more than 2001 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Explorer. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3140 mm |
