2006 Nissan Frontier 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 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 65 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |