2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 485 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
