2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
