2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 441 kg more than 1997 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
