2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 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 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford S-Max, 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford S-Max. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
