2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 652 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Passat | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
