2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 871 kg more than 2011 Dacia Logan. 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 (395 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Nissan | Dacia |
| Model | Pathfinder | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
