2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Laser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
