2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 106 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Touran (250 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | Touran |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |