2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 344 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 612 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
