2006 Honda Element vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |