2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada 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 110 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1404 mm |
