2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xterra | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
