2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 120 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |