2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 7 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Pathfinder | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
