2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Almera and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
