2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 921 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Touareg | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
