Ford Expedition EL vs. Nissan Armada
In comparing the Ford Expedition EL's and the Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition EL has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Nissan Armada has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Expedition EL's and the Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition EL is a better car than the Nissan Armada.
Ford Expedition EL vs. Nissan Armada Pricing
A used 2017 Ford Expedition EL ranges from $15,000 to $31,973 while a used 2017 Nissan Armada is priced between $17,963 to $31,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Expedition EL’s base engine makes 365 horsepower, and the Nissan Armada base engine makes 390 horsepower. The Expedition EL is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 670 miles. The Armada is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. This gives the Ford Expedition EL the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Nissan Armada. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Expedition EL has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Armada has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Nissan Armada has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15000 - 31973
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17963 - 31993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.485994
Ford Expedition EL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Armada Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.793571 / 10
Reliability:
8.680714 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Expedition EL Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Armada Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
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4 out of / 30Ranking
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7 out of / 30Ranking
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10 out of / 30Ranking
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15 out of / 30Ranking
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30 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Expedition EL Trim Levels
King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, XL Fleet, XLT
Nissan Armada Trim Levels
Platinum, SL, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
365 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
420 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6600 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
390 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
394 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
503 / 670 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Cargo Space:
42.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
130.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
210.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
95.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
171.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5841 lbs
Width:
91.8 inches
Height:
77.7 inches
Length:
220.8 inches
Wheelbase:
131 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5576 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
208.9 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/70R18