2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1459 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
