2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 993 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
