1996 Nissan Presea vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 468 kg more than 1996 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Presea. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Presea | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Presea | Touran |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |