2006 Acura RL vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |