2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Touran | Cube |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |