2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 576 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (372 Nm). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Pathfinder | AIV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
