2005 Nissan Pathfinder - READ ONLY

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#183 of 192 Re: 05 Test Drive Impressions [faustina] by alphawolf Oct 25, 2004 (3:35 pm)
Replying to: faustina (Oct 24, 2004 10:47 am) >Handling is controlled - not as good as the LX470 >but better than Acura MDX You find the 05 PF to have a better ride than the 05 MDX? Replies to this message: faustina (Oct 25, 2004 5:06 pm) alphawolf (Oct 26, 2004 12:33 pm)
#184 of 192 Re: 05 Test Drive Impressions [alphawolf] by faustina Oct 25, 2004 (5:06 pm)
Replying to: alphawolf (Oct 25, 2004 3:35 pm) I'm not aware of any upgrades to the mdx. but if there have been any - i stand corrected - i was referring to an 01 mdx- very stiff. Replies to this message: alphawolf (Oct 26, 2004 12:33 pm)
#185 of 192 Re: 05 Test Drive Impressions [faustina] by alphawolf Oct 26, 2004 (12:33 pm)
Replying to: faustina (Oct 25, 2004 5:06 pm) Thanks for the info.
#186 of 192 Premium Fuel? by valance2 Oct 26, 2004 (1:08 pm)
Can anyone confirm that the new PF sips premium? Seems like a lot of exrta $$$ to require premium on a vehicle that will likely only get 18 mpg. Replies to this message: hipreck (Oct 26, 2004 3:20 pm) swdude987 (Oct 26, 2004 8:44 pm)
#187 of 192 Re: Premium Fuel? [valance2] by hipreck Oct 26, 2004 (3:20 pm)
Replying to: valance2 (Oct 26, 2004 1:08 pm) It does and I love your term "sip". More of a gulp and burp in reality. Replies to this message: swdude987 (Oct 26, 2004 8:44 pm)
#188 of 192 Hey atlgaxt (rollover of 4X4 v. 4X2) by mdellyd Oct 26, 2004 (8:07 pm)
atlgaxt said 4X2's are more likely to rollover than 4X4's, but The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said The Ford Ranger 4x2 and Mazda B-Series 4x2 fared better than the four-wheel-drive version, earning three stars and a 21.9 percent chance of rolling over. Is this normal or in other tests does the 4X4 fare better? Replies to this message: valance2 (Oct 27, 2004 7:00 am)
#189 of 192 Re: Premium Fuel? [hipreck] by swdude987 Oct 26, 2004 (8:44 pm)
Replying to: hipreck (Oct 26, 2004 3:20 pm) According to Nissan's specs on their website: "Use regular unleaded fuel with 87 octane. For maximum power, use premium fuel."
#190 of 192 Re: Hey atlgaxt (rollover of 4X4 v. 4X2) [mdellyd] by valance2 Oct 27, 2004 (7:00 am)
Replying to: mdellyd (Oct 26, 2004 8:07 pm) This is off the topic of the new pathfinder, but the answer to your question is basic physics. The higher the center of gravity, the more likely a vehicle is to flip over on a turn. For vehicles where the 4x4 and 4x2 have the same suspension and the same height, a 4x4 will likely have a lower center of gravity since the add'l weight for the 4x4 is added at the very bottom of the vehicle. Many vehicles however have increased the hight of their 4x4 models by using stiffer springs or making other suspension changes. This causes the center of gravity to rise, meaning that for these types of vehicles, the 4x2 is probably less likely to roll. The ranger is one such vehicle, as the 4x4 model is several inches higher than the 4x2.
#191 of 192 Pathfinder sipping premium by irasel Oct 27, 2004 (8:57 am)
Hey all, just picked up my black 05 PF SE with comfort and premium packages. Personally I like the look of the steel interior compared to the wood trim interior. Dealer said "it says to use premium fuel. So you can use regular". In terms of everything else, I love the car so far (especially compared to my 03 Xterra), getting the alarm and remote start installed next week.
#192 of 192 by kirstie_h HOST Oct 27, 2004 (2:39 pm)
The 2005 model has been out for awhile, so it's time for us to join other owners & enthusiasts in the active discussions about Pathfinders. You can start in one of these discussions: Nissan Pathfinder: Prices Paid & Buying Experience Nissan Pathfinder Or use the search tools at the left to find the other discussions about the Pathfinder. To those of you who have purchased, enjoy your new SUV! And don't forget to share your purchasing experience.