2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 63 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 337 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pathfinder | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |