2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Pathfinder | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 36 L |
