2006 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |