2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 808 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Armada | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |