2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro 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 137 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 336 kg more than 2011 Opel Vivaro. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pathfinder | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |