2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 766 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
