2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
In comparing the 2003 Buick Rendezvous's and the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Buick Rendezvous has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2003 Nissan Pathfinder has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Buick Rendezvous's and the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Buick Rendezvous is a better car than the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder Pricing
A used 2003 Buick Rendezvous ranges from $1,865 to $7,898 while a used 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is priced between $2,078 to $7,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Buick Rendezvous’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder base engine makes 240 horsepower. The Rendezvous is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Pathfinder is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. This gives the 2003 Buick Rendezvous the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2003 Nissan Pathfinder has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1865 - 7898
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2078 - 7993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.530345
Buick Rendezvous Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Pathfinder Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.442308 / 10
Reliability:
8.526926 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Rendezvous Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Pathfinder Rankings
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66 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2003 Buick Rendezvous Trim Levels
CX, CXL
2003 Nissan Pathfinder Trim Levels
LE, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4024 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
186.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3975 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R16