2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 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 132 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 428 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Pathfinder | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
