2004 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 763 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Primera | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
