Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | supercharged 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 172 kW@5600 329 Nm@3600 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 122 kW@6400 216 Nm@5000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,901 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,009 mm | 4,872 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,961 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,768 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,004 kg | 1,610 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 74 L | 61 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,542 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,443 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,534 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,059 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,067 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 780 mm | 0 mm | 780 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,913 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 453 L | 428 L | 25 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,354 L | 15.1 | -14.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,260 L | 15.1 | -13.1 L |
2014 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 2014 Nissan Pathfinder.
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |