2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Armada 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 269 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Lupo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 34 L |