2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Touareg | NV |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |