2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 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 28 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 693 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |