2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
