2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
