2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
