2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Pathfinder | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
