2010 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2011 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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.
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2010 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Highlander |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2121 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |