2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 332 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
