2005 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
