2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa 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 113 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 511 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
