2005 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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. Both 2005 Infiniti M and 2003 Nissan Pathfinder are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
