2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 151 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
