2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |