2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. 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 61 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Nissan Xterra. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
