1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (241 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 262 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
