2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
