2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
