2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5549 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
