2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Quantum 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 208 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2560 mm |
