2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |