2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 98 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 734 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
