2000 Ford Equator vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 862 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Equator | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2850 mm |
