2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 55 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Pathfinder | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
