2009 BMW X6 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X6 (407 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (372 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
