2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |