2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 7 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 701 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Savana. 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 2013 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Pathfinder | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
