2009 BMW 535 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 7 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, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
