2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 589 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Condor 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Condor Pathfinder
Year Released 2003 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2358 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 113 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 16.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1646 kg 2235 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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