2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 751 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
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2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 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 | 50 L |