2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Pathfinder | Esperante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |