2001 Nissan MM vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 475 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, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | MM | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
