2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
