2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 890 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 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 (385 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
