2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
