2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager 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 139 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.

Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chrysler Voyager 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Voyager Pathfinder
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 396 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2860 mm


 

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