2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Touran | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
