2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 906 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
