2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan 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 108 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Titan | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |