2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. 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 177 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Nissan Armada 2008 Volkswagen Bora
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Armada Bora
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
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 2 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 19.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2416 kg 1373 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 2010 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 55 L


 

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