2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
