2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
