2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. 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 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Pod |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
