2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 397 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 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 (363 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Pathfinder | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
