2006 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1268 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Territory | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
