2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 719 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pickup | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pickup | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
