2011 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
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2011 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | X-Trail | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |