2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Grandis | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
