2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avalon 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avalon. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.1 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |