2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 4 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | RunX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
