2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 401 kg more than 2004 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 127 L |
