2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 951 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
| Model | Armada | F430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 95 L |
