2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |