2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
