2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 3 and 2003 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 3 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 3 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |