2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 287 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Pathfinder | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
