2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 324 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pathfinder | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |