2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
