2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 176 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 680 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |