2009 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 171 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 783 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
