2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
