2006 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Hardbody | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hardbody | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
