2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 76 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Pathfinder | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
