2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hardbody | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
