2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. 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 (403 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
