2008 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |