2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 23 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Honda Pilot. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
