2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |