2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra

To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Pathfinder 2006 Nissan Xterra
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Pathfinder Xterra
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 386 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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