2001 Nissan MM vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 359 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan MM. (372 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan MM. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | MM | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
