2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1524 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 34 L |
