2007 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Epica and 2007 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Epica | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Epica | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
