2005 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
