2002 Lexus LX vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 486 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
