Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 118.9 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 187.6 in | 201.8 in | -14.2 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 79.0 in | -6.2 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 72.2 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4373 lb. | 4980 lb. | -607 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.4 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 62.0 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.4 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 61.4 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 57.0 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 36.9 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 37.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 57.4 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 48.3 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 33.2 in | -5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | -6.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 67.5 ft3 | -18.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 116.2 ft3 | -37 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 0 | The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review |