Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW X3 | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6600 225 lb-ft@2750 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.1 in | 112.2 in | -2.1 in |
Length | 179.7 in | 187.6 in | -7.9 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 72.8 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 66.0 in | 72.4 in | -6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4067 lb. | 4629 lb. | -562 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.0 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 58.3 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 42.4 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.9 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 58.4 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 34.2 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.0 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 30.0 | 49.2 ft3 | -19.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 BMW X3.
2006 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |