2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 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 117 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 586 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-5. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Pathfinder | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2074 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
