Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
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. | 4779 lb. | -1199 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus ES.
2008 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |