1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (288 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1329 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
