2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
