2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Pathfinder and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2238 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
