2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Avalanche | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |