Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Expedition | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,023 mm | 2,700 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,245 mm | 4,539 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,002 mm | 1,849 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,961 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,530 kg | 1,889 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 106 L | 80 L | 26 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,529 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,618 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,521 mm | 1,171 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 874 mm | 119 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 973 mm | 0 mm | 973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,318 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,275 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 958 mm | 0 mm | 958 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 527 L | 997 L | -470 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,557 L | 35.2 | -34.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,067 L | 1,860 L | 2 L |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |
2006 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 |
2006 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 |