2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Azera | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Azera | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |