2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Pathfinder | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
