2009 Mazda B4000 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B4000 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B4000 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
