1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
