2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Armada | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Armada | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |