2003 Lexus GS vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GS | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
