2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
