2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 334 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
