2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 86 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Pathfinder | MKS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 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 | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
