2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 392 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4. 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 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
