2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 621 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
