2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Auris would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Auris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Auris. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Auris. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Auris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Auris 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 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Auris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
