2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 7 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 37 more horse power than 2010 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 408 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Pathfinder | TSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
