2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econovan | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Econovan | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |