2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 492 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2012 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Touareg | GT-R |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |