2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
