2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
