2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 596 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |