2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Pathfinder | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
