2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 906 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |