2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Pathfinder | Charger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |