2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 5 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (474 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 132 L |
