1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 354 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Lantra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
