2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 817 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |
