2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 968 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Armada | E-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 125 L |