2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indica would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Pathfinder | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
