2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Armada | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 169 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |