2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. 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 (385 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Pathfinder | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
