2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 569 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3865 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
