2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
