2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 586 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. 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 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Pathfinder | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
