2008 Ford F-150 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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 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 F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1575 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (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 F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 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 | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 105 L |
