2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 654 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
