2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
