2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
