2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
