2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 216 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1231 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
