2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pathfinder | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |