2009 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 814 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 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 | 1136 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
