2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
