2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 206 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 892 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
