2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 714 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 543 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |