2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 218 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Pathfinder | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
