2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton 400 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 164 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 980 kg more than 1998 Proton 400. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Pathfinder | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
