2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 204 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.

Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (171 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Titan 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Titan Jetta
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 171 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 55 L


 

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