2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. 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 Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
