2000 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
