2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 93 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Pathfinder | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
