2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 484 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pathfinder | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
