2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
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 T5 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
