2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (514 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2181 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2560 mm |
