2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Frontier and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |