2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Parati will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Armada | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Parati |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |