2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 499 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
