2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 155 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
