2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada 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 167 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | CC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1800 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |