2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 7 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | GTI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
