2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 688 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
