2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 959 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
