2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 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 | 85 L | 106 L |
