2005 Infiniti M vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (241 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
