2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Enclave | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |