2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 2011 GMC Acadia. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Pathfinder | Acadia |
| 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 | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
