2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius 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 139 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Prius. 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) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 108 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |