1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Coupe 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Coupe Pathfinder
Year Released 1998 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 2238 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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