2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Mazda 5

To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 486 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Pathfinder 2011 Mazda 5
Make Nissan Mazda
Model Pathfinder 5
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3949 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 395 Nm 221 Nm
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2036 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4585 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1615 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L


 

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