2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 408 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |
