2009 Ford Flex vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (241 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 986 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Flex | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1952 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |