2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 822 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Terrano 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Terrano Touareg
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2664 cc 4916 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 750 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 2642 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 100 L


 

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