Isuzu Rodeo vs. Nissan Pathfinder
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Isuzu Rodeo and Nissan Pathfinder contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Isuzu Rodeo and the Nissan Pathfinder.
In comparing the Isuzu Rodeo's and the Nissan Pathfinder's specifications and ratings, the Isuzu Rodeo has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Nissan Pathfinder has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Isuzu Rodeo's and the Nissan Pathfinder's specifications and ratings, the Isuzu Rodeo is a better car than the Nissan Pathfinder.
Pricing: A used 2004 Isuzu Rodeo ranges from $2,245 to $10,250 while a used 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is priced between $2,532 to $8,796.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Isuzu Rodeo’s base engine makes 205 horsepower, and the Nissan Pathfinder base engine makes 240 horsepower. The Rodeo is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 380 miles. The Pathfinder is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles.This gives the Isuzu Rodeo the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan Pathfinder the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Nissan Pathfinder has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
20449
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
27560
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
24819
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
17245 - 28860
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5044
Price Range:
2245 - 10250
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
88511
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
4929
Price Range:
2532 - 8796
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
6430
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
4482 - 13321
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
138593
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Isuzu Rodeo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Pathfinder Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Isuzu Rodeo
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Pathfinder
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8322838502312544
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.3799308666629826
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.0 - 14.8
Isuzu Rodeo Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Pathfinder Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 34Ranking
1 out of / 34Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 16Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
3 out of / 32Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 34Ranking
4 out of / 34Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 16Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 34Ranking
7 out of / 32Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 34Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 34Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
16 out of / 34Ranking
16 out of / 32Ranking
20 out of / 34Ranking
25 out of / 56Ranking
26 out of / 34Ranking
27 out of / 32Ranking
29 out of / 34Ranking
30 out of / 34Ranking
30 out of / 32Ranking
31 out of / 32Ranking
32 out of / 34Ranking
37 out of / 56Ranking
41 out of / 67Ranking
47 out of / 67Ranking
56 out of / 67Ranking
66 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Isuzu Rodeo Trim Levels
S
Nissan Pathfinder Trim Levels
LE Platinum, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 75000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
7 years / 75000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
205 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 380 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
33 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
130 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3836 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
66.4 inches
Length:
177.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3871 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
72.7 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Clipper Blue / Crystal Blue
Green
Mistral Green
Red
Excessive Red Mica
Silver
Powellite Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White
Brown
Not available
Gold
Not available
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Not available
Green
Canteen Metallic
Red
Merlot Pearl
Silver
Chrome Silver Metallic
White
Glacier Pearl
Brown
Burnt Copper Pearl
Gold
Luminous Gold Metallic
Gray
Polished Pewter Metallic
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Charcoal
Beige
Beige
