2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Pathfinder | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
