2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 488 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Samsung |
| Model | Pathfinder | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
