2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 749 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
