2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Pathfinder 2010 Toyota Sienna
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Pathfinder Sienna
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 395 Nm 332 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2184 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5105 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1966 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 76 L


 

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