2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Alero is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Alero | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
