2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Armada 2008 Volkswagen Eos
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Armada Eos
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 3188 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1702 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1990 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 55 L


 

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