2009 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
