2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
