2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2009 Nissan GT-R and 2009 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 753 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 2009 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan GT-R | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | GT-R | T5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |