2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 494 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Pathfinder | i30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
