Comparison - Nissan Armada Platinum 2020 - vs - Ford Expedition Timberline 2022

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Make: 
Average Price: 
$
63,530
Updated: 
25 Oct 2019
$
68,150
Updated: 
24 Sep 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2022
Total Seating: 
8
8
Transmission: 
7-speed Automatic
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
26.00gals
23.20gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Brilliant Silver
#B6B6B6
Pearl White
#EBECF0
Gun Metallic
#747577
Hermosa Blue
#36425C
Mocha Almond
#442D27
Super Black
#000000
Color: 
Dark Matter Metallic
#646560
Stone Blue Metallic
#3C516B
Forged Green Metallic
#556D27
Infinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#53646C
Oxford White
#E4E4E4
Agate Black Metallic
#303030
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
#FDFFFB

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Armada carries over mostly unchanged except for a new standard feature and a newly optional package. Every model now has heated exterior mirrors. Also, the Armada is now available with a 22-inch Wheel package that adds uniquely style 22-inch wheels wrapped in all-season tires.

Pros
Tranquil cabin environment,
upscale styling,
mighty powertrain and tow rating.

Cons
Not exactly fuel efficient,
obsolete infotainment system,
overly light steering.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Nissan Armada comes with four wheel drive, and rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed automatic.Small changes to trim levels and feature availability.

Pros
High-quality interior is appealing
Smooth V8 engine delivers ample power
Rides more comfortably than some rival SUVs
Quiet at highway speeds

Cons
No getting around the V8's poor fuel economy
Infotainment system is dated
Third-row seating isn't particularly spacious

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Nissan Armada's #4 ranking is based on its score within the Large SUVs category. Currently the Nissan Armada has a score of 7.3 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 29 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Powerful engine
Quality cabin
Comfortable seating
Solid predicted reliability rating

Cons
Outdated infotainment system
Poor fuel economy, even for the class
Below-average cargo volume
Less comfortable ride than rivals

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
13.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
18.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
24
Cylinders: 
8
V
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
5.60L
3.50L
Torque: 
394ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
510ft-lbs
at 2 250rpm
Horsepower: 
390hp
at 5 800rpm
440hp
at 5 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
41.30Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Adjustable Pedals
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Heated Steering Whee
Adjustable Pedals
Keyless Ignition
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Rear Parking Sensors
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
208.90in
210.00in
Width: 
79.90in
93.40in
Height: 
75.80in
76.40in
Ground Clearance: 
9.20in
10.60in
Wheel Base: 
121.10in
122.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.80
42.00
Rear Head Room: 
40.00
40.00
Front Leg Room: 
41.90in
43.90in
Rear leg room: 
41.00in
41.50in
Front Hip Room: 
59.20in
62.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
63.80in
64.90in
Rear Hip Room: 
58.40in
62.60in
Rear Shoulder room: 
63.40in
64.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
95.40cu.ft
104.60cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
8500lbs
9200lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.50cu.ft
19.30cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
20.90degrees
28.50degrees
Angle of Departure: 
22.30degrees
23.70degrees
Curb Weight: 
5958.00lbs
5532.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8-Way Power Driver Seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
6 -way power passenger seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Leather
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver Cooled Seat
Passenger Cooled Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Vinyl/Cloth
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Rear Seats Features: 
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Split-folding rear seatback
Multi-Level Heating
Power Folding Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
yes
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Bose premium brand stero system
1 subwoofer(s)
13 total speakers
Audio/video remote control remote control
Speed sensitive volume control
Bose Premium Brand Speakers
Radio Data System
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
6 Total Speakers
USB Connection
USB With External Media Control
Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Privacy glass
Roof rack
Intermittent rear wiper
Roof rack
Power glass sunroof
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 x 8.0-In.
18 In.
Wheels more: 
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Fullsize Non-Matching Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
All Terrain Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
70
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Rear height adjustable headrests
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Pre-collision safety system
LED headlamp
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Emergency Braking Preparation
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Packages: 
Captain's Chairs Package
Platinum Reserve Package
Equipment Group 501A
Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package
Equipment Group 500A
Exterior Options: 
Special Paint- Pearl White
Roof Rail Cross Bars
Welcome Lighting
Impact Sensor
22" Wheel Package
Panoramic Vista Roof
Transmission Underbody Shield
Interior Options: 
Interior Lighting Package
Illuminated Kick Plates
Cargo Package
Carpeted Floor Mats
Reversible Cargo Mat
40/20/40 Power-Folding Second Row Seats W/Tip-And-Slide
Dual-Headrest Rear Seat Entertainment System W/Amazon Fire TV
Front And Second Row Floor Liners
Advanced Cargo Manager

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Almond, leather
#BB9D61
Charcoal, leather
#081012
Platinum Reserve Black/Brown Leather, leather
#694A42
Color: 
Deep Cypress Heathered, vinyl/cloth
#556C75
Deep Cypress, leather
#556C75