2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Pathfinder | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
