2005 Toyota Aygo vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1348 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Aygo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Aygo | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Aygo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
