2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer 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 107 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 85 L |
