2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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 Toyota Tundra. 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 (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |