2011 Nissan GT-R vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 301 kg more than 2011 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 2012 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Nissan GT-R | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | GT-R | Routan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |