2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 368 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Pathfinder | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
