2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1545 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 105 L |