2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Cayenne | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
