2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Aveo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
