2004 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
