2011 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 189 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Armada | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Armada | Focus |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1988 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 | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2468 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |