2001 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Passat | Livina |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |