2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 770 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Pathfinder | AIV |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |