2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Patrol | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |