2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
