2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Armada |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 522 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 106 L |