2001 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 779 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan X-Trail | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2229 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
