2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Tiida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Tiida 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 205 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Tiida. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Tiida has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Tiida 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 | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 15.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
