2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Armada | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |