2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 27 kg more than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Pathfinder | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
