2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 815 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Pathfinder 1993 Toyota Lexcen
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Pathfinder Lexcen
Year Released 2008 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 266 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2740 mm


 

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