Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 203 kW@6200 344 Nm@4700 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 231 kW@5200 526 Nm@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,776 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,884 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,829 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,624 kg | 2,277 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 80 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,016 mm | 949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 1,016 mm | 934 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 869 mm | 43 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 932 mm | -932 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,450 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,118 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 714 mm | -714 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 416 L | 467 L | -51 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.7 | 1,393 L | 13.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 | 2,243 L | 12.7 |
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2012 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.