2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
