2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |