Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 236 hp@5200 266 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 109.8 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 192.3 in | 189.2 in | 3.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 75.2 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 69.3 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 5020 lb. | 4300 lb. | 720 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.0 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.3 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 57.2 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 55.4 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 34.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 32.9 in | 3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 56.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 48.4 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 24.1 in | 4 in |
Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 36.6 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
2012 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
2006 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room in the backs seat, and actually decent 3rd row seating for the kids. Kills the cargo area though. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 people. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2006 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
This is a vehicle designed for people 5 fett 11 inches and under - no two ways about it. If you are 5 feel 11 or over you will not enjoy this truck. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The consequence of reducing overall height while maintaining trail worthy obstacle clearance is a relatively low to floor seating position more attune to sedans. Seats are comfortable though even for a big framed person. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Seat position low to floor leaves you sitting with a knee high position. Seats itself are comfortable, but there is no space for your feet under the front seats. All floor surfaces are almost flat though considering it truck roots. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not a power seat. Cannot get it into an optimum adjustment. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
No third row, cargo space small see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
After a trip to TX from CO my back was hurting. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
the front seat is too close to the floor. see full Toyota 4Runner review |