2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2225 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 522 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 106 L |