2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
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2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | X-Trail | Multivan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |