2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Pathfinder | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
