2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 587 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Pathfinder | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
