2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 106 L |
