2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 834 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Defender | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |