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


 

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