2001 Volkswagen Microbus vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Microbus | Titan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3560 mm |
