2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire 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 175 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
