2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Pathfinder and 2006 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 584 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon. 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 2006 Ford Falcon. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
