2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 252 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hummer |
| Model | Pathfinder | H3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
