2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
