2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pathfinder | Murano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |