2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 346 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.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Pathfinder | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
