2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Pathfinder and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Pathfinder 2005 SsangYong Rexton
Make Nissan SsangYong
Model Pathfinder Rexton
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 395 Nm 307 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2131 kg 1950 kg
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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