2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 576 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navara | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
