2005 Marcos TS vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | TS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
