2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Endeavor | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
