2011 Nissan NP300 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan NP300 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | NP300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
