2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
