2006 Nissan Titan vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Titan 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 157 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |