2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
