2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 866 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |