2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 499 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |