2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pathfinder | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
