2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 10 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Pathfinder | XTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
