2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
