2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 266 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. 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 (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
