2006 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Carens | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |