1999 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 189 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |