2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Pathfinder 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Pathfinder Pathfinder
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3949 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 395 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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