2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (231 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (334 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
