2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 764 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xterra | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
