2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 3 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 467 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. 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) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B3000 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
