2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 156 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 689 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
