2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
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 (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu VehiCross | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | VehiCross | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
