2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford F-150 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3140 mm |