2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Pathfinder and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 171 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 757 kg more than 2005 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 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |