2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 826 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Pathfinder | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
