2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 152 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Pathfinder | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2131 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
