2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Pathfinder and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |