1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 7 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 R | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2604 mm |
