2002 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 755 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |