2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 731 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Pathfinder | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
