2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 693 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3050 mm |
