2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai i10 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model i10 Pathfinder
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.6 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 2235 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 80 L