1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 634 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.

Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda S2000 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Honda Nissan
Model S2000 Pathfinder
Year Released 1998 2004
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 8300 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 363 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1874 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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