2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 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 146 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |