Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.3 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 178.7 in | 18.4 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 72.8 in | 6.1 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 74.9 in | -4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4534 lb. | 4165 lb. | 369 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 58.3 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.9 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.4 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.3 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 58.3 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 46.1 in | 10.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.4 in | 5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 36.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -14.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 35.2 | 8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 15 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Ford Explorer.
2009 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |