1999 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (141 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Passat | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
