2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Renault Avantime. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Renault Avantime. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
