1996 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
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1996 Nissan Rasheen | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Rasheen | Fox |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |