2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 842 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Touran | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
