Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 178.7 in | -0.4 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.8 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 74.9 in | -18.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 4165 lb. | -1464 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -8.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.3 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.9 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 42.4 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.3 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 58.3 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 46.1 in | 6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.1 in | 34.4 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -50.9 ft3 |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra 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 |