2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 163 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 975 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
