2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 1 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Grandis | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |