2003 Nissan Almera vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Almera | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | T5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
