2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
