2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 10 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 137 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 357 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
