2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 8 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 76 kg more than 2010 Dodge Challenger.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Challenger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Pathfinder | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
