2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 118 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 652 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1404 mm |
