2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 399 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pathfinder | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
