2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager 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 107 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Pathfinder | Voyager |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |