2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 996 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
