2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 350Z | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
