2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 170 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |