2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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 203 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 955 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Splash |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
