2002 Jeep Willys 2 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Willys 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Willys 2 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 968 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Willys 2 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
