2011 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
