2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Armada | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |