2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Pathfinder | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |