2012 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 431 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Armada | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 3050 mm |
