2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Passat | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |