2001 Nissan MM vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2001 Nissan MM and 2001 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 730 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Nissan MM 2001 Volkswagen Golf
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model MM Golf
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2956 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 170 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4148 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1735 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 1530 mm 2512 mm


 

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