2005 Nissan Pickup vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 555 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pickup | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pickup | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |