2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 100 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.

Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Titan Touareg
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5549 cc 3187 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 13.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 100 L


 

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