2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B7 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |