2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Pathfinder | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
