2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 71 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
