2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster 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 (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pathfinder | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |