2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC 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 116 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Pathfinder | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
