2001 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1464 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
