Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6400 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5000 420 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 119.0 in | -4.8 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 206.5 in | -9.3 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 78.8 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 69.6 in | 77.2 in | -7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4149 lb. | 5549 lb. | -1400 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -8.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 39.6 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.7 in | 63.2 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 59.3 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.1 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.4 in | 63.7 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 59.9 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.1 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 38.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 51.9 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 50.2 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.7 in | 37.7 in | -7 in |
Total Legroom | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.8 ft3 | 55.0 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.8 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -28.5 ft3 |
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.
2015 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |