2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (372 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pathfinder | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 2838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |
