2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 937 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
