2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
