2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Altima and 2005 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Altima | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |