2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 81 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
