2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
