2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 747 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1824 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
