2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 672 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nubira | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
