2010 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Camry |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |