2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Armada | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |