2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestar | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
