2011 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 618 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2283 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |