2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Armada and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 190 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Armada | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 190 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |