2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1127 kg more than 2000 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
