2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (510 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Pathfinder | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
