2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. Both 2003 Mazda Washu and 2013 Nissan Pathfinder are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Washu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Washu | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
