2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Terracan Pathfinder
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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