2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Pathfinder | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
