2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Aviator | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
