2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2003 Ariel Atom and 2003 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1488 kg more than 2003 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ariel Atom | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ariel | Nissan |
Model | Atom | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |