2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Splash 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Splash. 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 2009 Suzuki Splash. 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 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Splash |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
