2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Pathfinder and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 152 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |