2005 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Spark and 2005 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1298 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Spark | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Spark | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3950 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 2074 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
