2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 388 kg more than 2010 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | Flex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
