2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2000 Ford ST 460 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 2000 Ford ST 460. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder, 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | ST 460 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
