2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Cherokee and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 348 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |