2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 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 99 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
