2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
