2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1308 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Escape 2004 Nissan Armada
Make Ford Nissan
Model Escape Armada
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 5556 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6550 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 522 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 98.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.8:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 2274 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 106 L


 

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