johnf Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 We are going to have to get a bigger ride with the baby coming and have come down to our top 2 choices. Here they are and the pros and cons. Input would be welcome. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 2003 Toyota Sequoia Both are around the same price and we have more than half the cash for a down payment so financeing is not an issue. Patfinder pros 1. Better gas milage test up to 31mpg and bottomed at 12. 2. New means new warentee. 3. Smaller better manuverability (my wife will be driving it. 4. 7 passenger seating 5. Fold flat 3rd row very easy to use. Cons 1. Less room than the Toyota 2. Not quite the resale value of the toyota 3. Not as much towing capacity. Toyota Sequoia Pros. 1. Much larger 8 passenger seating 2. 3rd row is not only functional, but comfortable. 3. Leather seats. Very comfortable & easier to clean 4. More powerfull engine/ towing package. 5. Higher resale. We will drive either vehicle for 8-10 years or untill it dies before we sell it. 6. Much more cargo room with all 3 rows in use. Cons 1. It is used and has 32K miles on it. 2. Gas Milage 19-20mpg at best 3. Bigger, not as easy to park. 4. Third row seats must be removed from vehicle for extra space. (they are easy to remove) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Sorry but I don't have any experience with either one of these. We have an '04 Olds Bravada and it is great! Lots of horses to get you going, easy to get around with! The only problem is the wife hogs it all the time, so I have to drive my truck! LOL! We looked at getting a Chevy Trailblazer at the time we got the Olds! Better seats in the Olds and lots of legroom! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? i havent had any experience with these either. if i were to buy an SUV, it would be the Chevy Trailblazer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? I have worked on both in the shop I work at. Personally I think the Sequoia is a much better vehicle for the $$$. It is bigger. I think the Toyotas are a better built vehicle than the Nissans. And,,, I think the Sequoia is cooler looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogdoc Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? I'll 2nd the Toyota--unless you just want something new. 32K miles on a toyota is nothing---baby is just getting broke in. Easily good for another 100K. todd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alisha Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Another vote for the Toyota, as my mom owns a new 4Runner. Great vehicles! Smooth drive.... lots of get up and go when you need it. (Easy to speed in so be careful!) PLENTY of cargo space.. etc. *two thumbs up* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitrrophybowhunter Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Nissan.........very powerful V-6 and much better MPG with the huge increase in gas prices Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carbonhunter Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? I'm voting for the Nissan as well, A friend had one that was unbreakable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Dont really know about those two choices other than that toyotas properly mainitained do last a long time,but so do some others. Personally for the room I like a large vehicle like a yukon or suburban. My wife and kids take way too much when we go anywhere and it is nice to have the room for it and not be cramped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronS Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? I vote for Toyota due to its reputation and its size. Heck, what if another baby comes along? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Doubt you'll go wrong with either. Consumer reports has the Sequoia as one of it's recommended vehicles. The Pathfinder is not but gets good scores for reliability. Nissan is partly owned by Renault, a French company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimT Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Go with the Toyota.......The Nissan is nice, but the Toyota is just that much nicer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvDog Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? I don't have any experience or opinions about either of these. However, I have owned my Explorer for 5 years and absolutely love it. When it finally dies, we will most likely buy another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David_218 Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Remember, the price of gasoline is going ^&^ (UP) toward $2.15 per gallon, this Spring. Buy the SUV that gives the best gas millage + low maintance cost. The 2005 Nissan Pathfinder or the 2003 Toyota Sequoia are not noted for good millage and are expensive to maintain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted March 9, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? [ QUOTE ] . Heck, what if another baby comes along? [/ QUOTE ] Don't you be cussin' me like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted March 9, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? [ QUOTE ] Remember, the price of gasoline is going ^&^ (UP) toward $2.15 per gallon, this Spring. Buy the SUV that gives the best gas millage + low maintance cost. The 2005 Nissan Pathfinder or the 2003 Toyota Sequoia are not noted for good millage and are expensive to maintain. [/ QUOTE ] If I wanted great gas milage I would get a Honda CRV. I realize I'll have to give up some MPG for comfort and room. How are they expensive to maintain? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimT Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Most foreign cars cost a little more to maintain it seems. We drive ford vehicles. When the kids are older and the wife goes back to work, we will be heading over to Toyota. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palssonater Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? How does a Honda Pilot measure up to the Toyota Sequoia? I don't have a clue, asI haven't looked into anything yet. Fiance is really after me to go car shopping for a Honda. (she's die hard honda cause of her past cars) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted March 9, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? [ QUOTE ] How does a Honda Pilot measure up to the Toyota Sequoia? I don't have a clue, asI haven't looked into anything yet. Fiance is really after me to go car shopping for a Honda. (she's die hard honda cause of her past cars) [/ QUOTE ] It cost quite a bit less, but it feels and drives like a minivan. They are a great vehicle, I just didn't like the feel of driving it. Gas milage is a little better, but not as good as the Nissan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted March 9, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? Correction: The Pathfinders 4.0 V6 puts out 270 hp. The Sequoia's 4.7L V8 puts out 240 hp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted March 9, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? [ QUOTE ] Most foreign cars cost a little more to maintain it seems. We drive ford vehicles. When the kids are older and the wife goes back to work, we will be heading over to Toyota. [/ QUOTE ] But if you maintain them yourself how are they going to cost more? I just don't see where your getting that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted March 9, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? I like the older Durangos, but the new ones look too much like a minivan to me. I already have a F-150 exteded cab and it is packed full when when we go to grandma's house. With the baby coming, it won't be enough. We have to have something with more interior storage, and a truck won't do it for us. Also I trek kids a lot and need more passenger space than the truck would give. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronS Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? [ QUOTE ] I like the older Durangos, but the new ones look too much like a minivan to me. I already have a F-150 exteded cab and it is packed full when when we go to grandma's house. With the baby coming, it won't be enough. We have to have something with more interior storage, and a truck won't do it for us. Also I trek kids a lot and need more passenger space than the truck would give. [/ QUOTE ] How do you like your F150? And if you like it, have you looked into Expeditions? I'm looking for info on the Expedition myself as our family recently got bigger and the Mountaineer is now cramped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted March 9, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? I love the F150. I have had no problems at all. It has 65K miles and runs great. The only problem is not enough room for passengers or baby stuff. You can't keep the diaper bag in the bed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimT Posted March 9, 2005 Report Share Posted March 9, 2005 Re: Which SUV? [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] Most foreign cars cost a little more to maintain it seems. We drive ford vehicles. When the kids are older and the wife goes back to work, we will be heading over to Toyota. [/ QUOTE ] But if you maintain them yourself how are they going to cost more? I just don't see where your getting that. [/ QUOTE ] Parts..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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