2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 796 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |