2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 256 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Passat | NP300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |