2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 930 kg more than 2008 Renault Twingo. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
