2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 313 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |