2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G3 is newer by 3 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G3. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Pontiac G3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | G3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
