2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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. Both 2003 Nissan Pathfinder and 2009 Nissan Murano are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pathfinder | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |