2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 835 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Laser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
