2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ranger | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Armada |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 105 L |