2000 Nissan Stagea vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 268 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Stagea. 2000 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Stagea | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Stagea | Transporter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3410 mm |