2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
