2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno 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 142 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Reno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2074 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
