2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |