2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 56 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |