2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 1998 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1595 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |