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Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 12:01am On Oct 23, 2016 |
[s]Due to bad terrain in my area am looking at getting an affordable and reliable workhorse CUV... specifically the 1995-2005MY Pathfinder... but more emphasis on the 3.3L engine models packing 168 hp (125 kW) and 196 lb·ft (266 N·m) torque.[/s] enthusiasts please advise your inputs will all be appreciated BASED ON ADVICE I HAVE DECIDED TO LIMIT MY SEARCH TO THE 3RD GENERATION 4RUNNER, AND THE RAV4 gazzuzz, Itulah, nurey, nissparts, Costee, kingreign, cardoctor, mayor2013, sekem and all
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Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 12:47am On Oct 23, 2016 |
DECOtech |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 12:59am On Oct 23, 2016 |
The pathfinder is not a CUV, it's an SUV and not easy on the gas either. If your mind is set on it, the 3.5L 2001-2004 would have been more appropriate due to chain driven against belt driven of the 3.3 1997-2000. The 2003-2004 are a tad expensive compared to the rest. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 1:01am On Oct 23, 2016 |
thanks for the timely response 17-20mpg city/hwy is ok for me. given the strength of the mule... 3.5L needs premium gas. 3.3L requires regular gas. nurey:NB what are those things to watch out for in a 2nd GEN pathfinder |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 1:10am On Oct 23, 2016 |
Jazzlite: 13/18/15 city/highway/comb 1997-2000 13/17/14 city/highway/comb 2001-2004 This car is a gas guzzler don't worry about the premium fuel you should be OK with the regular fuel. But if this get engine fault and you decide to manage it, you will hate the fuel guzzling then. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 1:14am On Oct 23, 2016 |
difference negligible... but why do you prefer the 2001-2004... are the belts (timing) on 97/2000 unreliable? or is the overall health of the 3.5L better than the 3.3L? nurey: |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 6:46am On Oct 23, 2016 |
Jazzlite: The 3.5L looks more beautiful than the 3.3L, chain timing is better than belt more peace of mind and less maintenance needed. But the 3.5 has aluminum engine, over heating should be avoided for it. Both engine are ok and reliable that is why the car is common, the question is do you need an OFFROADER SUV or a high ground clearance CUV? |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 7:32am On Oct 23, 2016 |
found my answer....courtesy kingreign My own didn't have that silly sound. Such sounds are either from models using the under powered 3.3L V6 engine or as a result of kazeem's exploits on the engine, owners poor maintenance culture/ignorance. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 7:32am On Oct 23, 2016 |
more opinions needed |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 7:38am On Oct 23, 2016 |
nurey: I would rather change belts. am not going to be the one driving most of the time. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 7:49am On Oct 23, 2016 |
more opinions please |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 7:52am On Oct 23, 2016 |
ray48 care to share your 7year Pathfinder care tips please |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by kingreign(m): 9:58am On Oct 23, 2016 |
Jazzlite:I was the one who wrote that comment. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by GAZZUZZ(m): 10:03am On Oct 23, 2016 |
Don't do it bro. Any of these will serve same purpose. Tucson Sportage Rav4 Crv |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 10:38am On Oct 23, 2016 |
GAZZUZZ:now the RAV4 and the 3rd GEN 4runner are my new targets based on advise from both Gazzuzz and Mayor2013 kingreign mayor2013, nurey, costee and all enthusiasts please advice |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 10:43am On Oct 23, 2016 |
Jazzlite: |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 11:00am On Oct 23, 2016 |
All the cars you have chosen before are good. But you can't differentiate from SUV and CUV. the 4runner is fitted with a 3.4L V6 engine Goodluck finding the 2.7L I4 as the one have seen came with manual transmission and extremely scarce. If the rav4 is your choice stay away from the 02-05 year as a factory defect accompanied it. Please decided what you need, I have not seen a grand Canyon in Nigeria before to require you buying a suv. There are other reliable CUV with good ground clearance that will do the job. Let's know your budget. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 11:42am On Oct 23, 2016 |
nurey: a million plus |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 12:04pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
Jazzlite:Tokunbo 1. Scrap the 03-04 pathfinder off your list they are extremely expensive 2. Scrap the 2001 4runner from your list, you can't get them cheaper than 1.4m could be more now 3. Scrap the 2002 rav4 from your list as they start from 1.5m upwards except you are comfortable with manual transmission. Other options Kia sportage Hyundai tucson Escape/tribute/marineer Honda crv2003 downwards |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by GAZZUZZ(m): 12:10pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
nurey: |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by GAZZUZZ(m): 12:11pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
nurey: Buy the car, change the engine ecu or have it fixed by oroz |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 1:39pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
nurey:pathfinder is an option.... 2001 4runner is still within reach am not keen about RAV4...but an option too I don't have liking for the hyundai tucson escape/tribute/marineer and crv 2003. http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/82033-3rd-gen-4runner-buyers-guide.html |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 3:29pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
Jazzlite: Well then you have selected your option, the pathfinder wins, consider it more than the Toyota. Better build quality, more powerful, good resale value, more luxurious. Even better if you buy the Infiniti Qx4 as they are both the same but Infiniti gives you a flashy appeal. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 3:37pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
so you are saying the 3.3L pathy wins over the v6 4runner but am tempted to acquire the 3.5L pathy due to the bulletproof engine... except for the overheating issh and aluminum block engine... gazzuzz seems scared of pathys nurey: |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 4:08pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
Jazzlite: Whether the 3.3 or 3.5 any within your reach is OK, even if it's the 4runner no problem. Nissan is a delicate but strong car. If you can maintain it you will enjoy it. Don't patronize mechanics who don't know about it. When it starts it's electrical issues, cool down and troubleshoot is better though can be frustrating Sha. Buy a scanner just incase you need to scan. Chain driven gives sign when it's about to give way, so you won't get stranded compared to belt that can give way anytime. As for overheating, doing the required checks and been observant will remove this from the equation. Let me extend a handshake and congratulate you on been a member of the Nissan/Infiniti family Nissan 1 Toyota 0 |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by Jazzlite: 4:35pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
VQ35: Pros: 255HP when Mated to an Automatic Transmission and 4WD Timing Chain Larger Oil Capacity Similar Fuel efficiency to VG33 with more output Cons: Power Valve Screws Prone to backing-out Oxygen Sensor troubles Requires Premium Gasoline AKI 91 or higher VG33: Pros: Proven Reliabilty Bulletproof construction Ability to run well on poor quality fuel Ease of maintenance AKI 87 Gasoline recommended Cons: Timing belt Water pump prone to failure if not changed with timing belt California Emissoins systems prone to electrical problems I'd rather be able to run regular unleaded, but timing chain and 255hp is definitely appealing...LOL. http://www.automotiveforums.com/t288823-pros_and_cons_of_the_vg30de_vs_vq35de.html nurey: Why can't I get best of both worlds |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 4:51pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
Jazzlite: Bros talk is cheap, all cars have a particular issue what is paramount is to be observant and follow required maintenance culture. If you want a perfect car, you will wait for all eternity. Test drive both cars and make up your mind, if the belt was best then there won't be a need to review it by upgrading to 3.5L chain driven 01-04 |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by 3kay945(m): 10:10pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
nurey: While I was considering of buying infiniti Qx4 with doubts, this discussion has helped a little. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by boldx(m): 1:44am On Oct 24, 2016 |
Nissan Pathfinder is a no no for me. Don't mind Nurey, he is using a Toyota and he is advising you to buy a Nissan. I will buy a Ford Escape instead of a Nissan Pathfinder. Nissan engine sensors are made of amala. |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by nurey(m): 5:41am On Oct 24, 2016 |
boldx: Haba Bros, I have never been biased when giving advice to someone. Besides the pathfinder /Infiniti qx4 are very reliable cars which everyone knows. I have also used a Nissan before, so sensor ain't an issue when you have a scanner and a professional at hand |
Re: Nissan Pathfinder 1995-2004 Reviews Please by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:59am On Oct 24, 2016 |
Rust is an issue on the pathfinder |
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