2008 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Quest | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
