2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 724 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pathfinder | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
