2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Commercial | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Commercial | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |