2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 691 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Veracruz | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
