2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Armada | 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |