2006 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 279 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Optima | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |