Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.2 in | -9.2 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 192.3 in | -23.4 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 72.8 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 72.0 in | -6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3414 lb. | 5020 lb. | -1606 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 58.3 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 55.5 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.4 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 58.4 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 57.6 in | -10.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 34.2 in | 6.7 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 | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -23.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.6 | 49.2 ft3 | -27.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -15 ft3 |
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Room fot 5 footers see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seating position, legroom, and comfort of seats see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plush seats stay comfortable on my daily hour commutes to and from work. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising amount of rear passenger room for two adults. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have logged many miles with family in tow. There is ample space in both the front and rear. Actually surprising considering the diminuitive size of the PT. The extra leg room for the rear passengers comes at the expense of cargo space. Tiny trunk that is difficult to access if you are tall. Costco runs are always interesting. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
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.