2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
