2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
