2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pathfinder | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |