2005 Acura CL vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
