2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla 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 153 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
