2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
