2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Titan 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 65 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
