Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Cadillac Escalade | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 345 hp@5200 380 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 106.3 in | 9.7 in |
Length | 198.9 in | 178.7 in | 20.2 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 72.8 in | 6.1 in |
Height | 74.2 in | 74.9 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 5342 lb. | 4165 lb. | 1177 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 9.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.9 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 58.3 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 55.9 in | 5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.3 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.1 in | 58.3 in | 6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.3 in | 46.1 in | 15.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 34.4 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.3 in | 0.0 in | 27.3 in |
Total Legroom | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 30.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -18.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 35.2 | 28.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.6 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 38.9 ft3 |
2006 Cadillac Escalade Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to a 3rd row seat that has ample room and comfort. see full Cadillac Escalade review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |