2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
