2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 2 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 118 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 763 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (177 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
