2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hardbody | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1573 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
