2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 678 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 288 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |