2011 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |