2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Armada |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3160 mm |