2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | RSC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1952 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
