2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2005 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
