2004 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 161 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 348 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Armada |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5555 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |