2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Nissan Pathfinder 2013 Subaru Forester
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Pathfinder Forester
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type V electric
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2006 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2615 mm


 

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