2002 Mini One vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini One would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 910 kg more than 2002 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mini One 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Mini Nissan
Model One Pathfinder
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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