2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 712 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navara | GTI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
