2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 175 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 (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
