2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 283 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Patrol | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2604 mm |