2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 66 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 27 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 Tiguan. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |