2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS 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 28 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 263 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Pathfinder | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
