1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 900 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
