2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 458 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pathfinder | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
