2009 Nissan Livina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Livina | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Livina | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
