2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 486 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Jetta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |