2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Almera and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 368 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4921 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
