2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Barina 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 177 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Pathfinder | Barina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
