2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
