2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
