2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 976 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1404 mm |
