2002 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ka | Armada |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 106 L |