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2006 Nissan Pathfinder and 2009 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.1 in | 9.1 in |
| Length | 187.6 in | 174.7 in | 12.9 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 71.1 in | 1.7 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 67.7 in | 4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4373 lb. | 3529 lb. | 844 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.6 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 55.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 49.1 in | 8.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 35.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 0.0 in | 44 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 27.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 29.2 | 20 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |
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