2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
