2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder 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 93 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 458 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. 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) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
