2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
