2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 876 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 4921 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
