2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Pathfinder | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
