2006 Nissan Titan vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2006 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |