2006 Nissan Interstar 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 Interstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Interstar would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Interstar (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Interstar should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Interstar | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interstar | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 139 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
