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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
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 | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 2400 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 |