2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 210 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2895 mm |
