2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 120 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 366 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
