2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 889 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2074 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
