2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 526 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Explorer | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |