2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
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 W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Armada. (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | W12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
