2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Hardbody | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
