2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Corolla | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |