2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac SRX. 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, both vehicles can yield 359 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
Model | Pathfinder | SRX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1952 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |