2006 Ford GT vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 664 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
