2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Pathfinder | IS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
