2000 Ford Artic vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 238 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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 2000 Ford Artic. 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 (391 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Artic | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
