Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 224 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750 |
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 | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 112.2 in | -7.1 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 192.3 in | -9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.8 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 72.0 in | -5.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3571 lb. | 5020 lb. | -1449 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 58.3 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 55.5 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.4 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 58.4 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 57.6 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 34.2 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 36.7 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 57.1 in | -6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.4 in | 44.0 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.2 in | 28.1 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 106.4 in (over 3 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.2 ft3 | 49.2 ft3 | -15 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -15.9 ft3 |
2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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.