| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 4,884 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,829 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 2,277 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 80 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,016 mm | 982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 869 mm | 68 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 932 mm | 18 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,118 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 714 mm | 172 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 467 L | -82 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,393 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,243 L | 0 L |
| 2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |