2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
