2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1336 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
