2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pathfinder | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
