2009 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Edge | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |