2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 137 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |