2006 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2006 Mazda CX-7 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda CX-7 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-7 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3953 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
