2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 675 kg more than 1997 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Skyline. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
