2003 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 288 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Tundra | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2850 mm |