2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 106 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Altima | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 13.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |