2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 220 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
