2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Armada and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Armada | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |