2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Xterra | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1774 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |