2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Patrol | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 80 L |