2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 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 114 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Pathfinder | Prizm |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |