1996 Nissan Stagea 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 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (403 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (362 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Stagea has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Stagea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Stagea | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2568 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
