2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Armada | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Eos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |