2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pathfinder | Navara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |