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Ford Escape (2009) vs. Nissan Pathfinder (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Escape and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder specs.

2009 Ford Escape and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Ford Escape Nissan Pathfinder  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6550
223 lb-ft@4300
4.0L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@5600
291 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,619 mm 2,850 mm 0 mm
Length 4,437 mm 4,765 mm 0 mm
Width 1,806 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Height 1,720 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,528 kg 1,984 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 80 L -18 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,438 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,354 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 1,013 mm 995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,483 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,247 mm 1,463 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 904 mm 869 mm 35 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 932 mm -932 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,450 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,118 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 714 mm -714 mm
Total Legroom 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 827 L 467 L 360 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 29.2 1,393 L 28.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,877 L 2,243 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder

2006 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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