2001 Nissan MM vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 421 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan MM. (372 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan MM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | MM | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
