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Lexus ES (2009) vs. Nissan Pathfinder (2012) Specs

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2009 Lexus ES and 2012 Nissan Pathfinder Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Lexus ES Nissan Pathfinder  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6200
254 lb-ft@4700
5.6L V8
DOHC-4v
310 hp@5200
388 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 112.2 in -2.9 in
Length 191.1 in 192.3 in -1.2 in
Width 71.1 in 72.8 in -1.7 in
Height 57.1 in 72.0 in -14.9 in
Curb Weight 3580 lb. 5020 lb. -1440 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 21.1 gal. -2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 40.0 in -2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 58.3 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.9 in 55.5 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.4 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.8 in 40.0 in -3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.3 in 58.4 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.8 in 57.6 in -4.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.9 in 34.2 in 1.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.7 in -36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 57.1 in -57.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 44.0 in -44 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 28.1 in -28.1 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 104.7 in (over 3 rows) -26.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.7 ft3 16.5 ft3 -1.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 14.7 49.2 ft3 -34.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.7 ft3 79.2 ft3 -64.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Lexus ES

2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review
2008 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review
2008 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder

2012 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review
 

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