2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | G5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
