2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 345 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 Length | 4650 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
