2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
