2002 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 934 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mustang. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
