2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
