2009 BMW 135 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 6 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 135 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
