2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 818 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
