2005 Nissan Platina 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 Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Platina | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Platina | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |