2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 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 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 779 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Pathfinder | Cruze |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 265 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |