2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
