Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6400 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 114.2 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 197.2 in | -6.1 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 77.2 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 69.6 in | -12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 4149 lb. | -569 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.5 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 42.2 in | -4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 60.7 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 56.8 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.4 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 60.4 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.1 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 41.7 in | -5.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.7 in | -30.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | -36.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.7 | 47.8 ft3 | -33.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 79.8 ft3 | -65.1 ft3 |
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 |
2013 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.