2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 77 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 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 | 1873 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
